Don’t kick yourself but rack your brain for the local person who has made a huge difference to your community and, of course, I’m keen that you don’t forget all those with disabilities who go the extra mile.
Nominations need to be in this week:
BBC Radio Solent announces the launch of their Community Heroes awards.
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BBC Radio Solent has launched its first ever Community Heroes Awards.
In a year where the station will celebrate its 50th anniversary on December 31, BBC Radio Solent is reaching out to the heart of its communities, showcasing the people, their stories and the work that goes on across the region.
The awards aim to recognise unsung heroes across Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight, celebrating individuals and groups who go the extra mile to make their community a better place to live and work in.
Head Judge, Managing Editor Sarah Miller, comments, “We’ve been at the heart of communities for five decades so it felt like the perfect time for the station to celebrate some of the work carried out every day by people in the South. Solent has always been a station that cares about the community, running campaigns that are about improving people’s lives and showcasing the amazing work that happens in the south.
“It’s the perfect chance for communities to come together and nominate their local hero! I’m looking forward to reading the nominees’ stories, whether it’s about someone’s bravery, companionship or kindness. I know the strongest stories will make powerful listening on BBC Radio Solent.”
There are seven categories to choose from, including Volunteer, Young Achiever and Coastal. Portsmouth sailor and fellow judge, Geoff Holt, who was awarded an MBE for services to disabled sailing, said “On a daily basis I see amazing people doing amazing things to help others. So often these people give their time and commitment to others asking nothing in return, these are the unsung heroes within our community. I would encourage people to nominate their Community Hero so we can learn and share the work of these amazing people.”
The seven categories are as follows:
Young Achiever – Awarded to anyone aged 18 or under, who has demonstrated maturity beyond their years.
Coastal – someone who gives their time, energy & passion into making our coastline a better place, whether by marine conservation, protecting the environment, education or saving lives.
Services – Presented to a member of the emergency services or the armed forces for commitment to their profession.
Carer – Someone who cares for an individual or group of people on a regular basis.
Good Neighbour – Awarded to an individual or organisation that helps make the neighbourhood & local community a better place to live or work, either on a regular basis or through a single act of kindness or courage.
Inclusion – an individual or group who strives to break down barriers, enforce positive messages, reach out to minority groups and bring people together.
Volunteer – Awarded to a person or group who gives up their time voluntarily to help others, perhaps contributing to local sporting life, helping out at a local charity or good cause.
The BBC Radio Solent Outstanding Achievement Award – a winner from the above categories will be picked as our overall Hero.
Head to bbc.co.uk/solent for the terms, privacy notice and details on how to nominate; the closing date for entries is midnight on March 1st.
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For more information please contact Hollie.druce@bbc.co.uk
Nomination Details:
- You must be over 18 to nominate someone
- You must have the nominee’s permission to put them forward for an award.
- The deadline for nominations is midnight on Sunday 1st March 2020.
The Awards Dinner will be on Monday 30th March 2020 at Carey’s Manor in Brockenhurst – hosted in partnership with student chefs from Brockenhurst College.